Inayatullah Khan Mashriqi

Pakistani mathematician and scholar

Inayatullah Khan Mashriqi - Pakistani mathematician and scholar
Born

1888
137 years ago

Died

August 27th, 1963
62 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Pakistan

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A mathematician and scholar contributed significantly to education and intellectual discourse in South Asia. Established the All-India Khilafat Committee, advocating for the rights of Muslims and promoting Islamic teachings. Authored numerous works on mathematics and philosophy, emphasizing the importance of integrative learning. Founded the Tehrik-i-Mashriqi, aimed at educating the youth and uplifting communities through knowledge and scholarship.

Established the All-India Khilafat Committee

Authored significant works on mathematics and philosophy

Founded the Tehrik-i-Mashriqi for educational advancement

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